Pigeon Control & Prevention

To prevent or get rid of pigeons, homeowners need to make
roosting and nesting areas inhospitable. For proper pigeon control,
fill in access to voids, slope resting areas, and prevent landing
by using devices. Scare balloons, plastic birds, or plastic snakes
rarely work except for a very short period. Keep all food and
standing water out of reach of pigeons. In commercial settings, do
not pigeon feeding.

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Pigeons, also known as Rock Doves, are monogamous and will lay
one to two eggs which hatch within eighteen days. Young are fed
"pigeon milk" which is regurgitated food from both males and
females. While mating occurs year round, the peak mating seasons
are spring and fall.

Habits

Pigeons prefer grains for food and people will commonly feed
pigeons unintentionally by spilling food or it in open trash
containers. Pigeons roost in areas above ground and will readily
nest in steeples, as well as voids on outside areas of buildings
and other protected areas.

Habitat

Pigeons are dependent on humans to provide them with food,
roosting and nesting sites. They are commonly found around
agricultural areas as well as warehouses, feed mills, and grain
elevators. They are also commonly found in cities around parks,
buildings, bridges, and any other structures.

Threats

Pigeons are filthy birds, causing disease and damage. Their
droppings are known for triggering human slips and falls, as well
as accelerating the aging of structures and statues. This makes it
imperative to get rid of pigeons in highly trafficked areas. More
seriously, pigeons may carry diseases such as cryptococcosis,
toxoplasmosis, salmonella, food poisoning, and more. Also, their
droppings may harbor the growth of fungus, which causes
histoplasmosis. Other pests may live on these birds, including
fleas, lice, mites, ticks, and other pests. Pests may also infest
nests such as stored product pests.

If you discover pigeons roosting on your property, contact a
professional immediately to discuss a proper course of pigeon
control.